© trainspo.comABL FS 208
Built by ABL
Overview of the ABL FS 208
Discover the charm of the FS 208, a distinguished diesel locomotive with a rich history.
Built between 1939 and 1952, this versatile locomotive served the Ferrovia del Basso Sebino in Italy as part of the FBS 208 class.
With its compact 0-4-0 Whyte notation and a modest top speed of 30 km/h, the FS 208 was designed for reliable service.
Measuring 2.77 meters in width and 3.44 meters in height, this 6-ton locomotive is a testament to enduring railway engineering.
ABL FS 208 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ABL · 1939–195260 units | |
| Top speed | 30 km/h19 mph | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B' | |
| Whyte notation | 0-4-0 | |
| Width | 2.77 m9 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 3.44 m11 ft 3 in | |
| Weight | 6 t13,228 lb |
Operators of the ABL FS 208
Railway companies that have operated the FS 208, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrovia del Basso Sebino | FBS 208 | Italy |
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